Are some foods better than others for healthy skin? | Renewal MD

No one wants to look older. Preventing (or reversing) the signs of aging can start with a diet that promotes healthy skin. Learn more about which foods rejuvenate your skin and which foods may make you look older.

The good news is, most of the foods that are good for your skin are also good for your overall health. Some of these skin-friendly foods include:

• Fruits, especially melons, pears, cherries, berries, and apples that are loaded with antioxidants
• Vegetables, especially eggplant, celery, green leafy vegetables, and onions
• Legumes, especially broad beans and lima beans
• Fish
• Nuts
• Olive Oil

In addition to eating more healthy foods, younger looking skin may mean avoiding other foods. In many cases, the foods that are most likely to negatively impact your waistline are the same foods that can increase your risk for skin damage and wrinkles. If you want to keep the wrinkles at bay, studies suggest avoiding excessive amounts of meat and full-fat milk and dairy products.

In addition to paying attention to what you eat, drinking plenty of water can also help your skin stay hydrated and younger looking. Hydration is also important to your overall health. You can prevent skin aging by using sunscreen and avoiding overexposure to direct sunlight.